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New podcast aims to reset the conversation on first responder wellness
“Blah Blah Blah … Something Wellness” cuts through check-the-box programs with honest conversations, real tools and support that resonates with copsRead More
- June 4, 2025
- 3 min read
The human connection crisis: Why first responders need real relationships in a digital world
In an era where smartphones dominate our attention and artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize our work, the first responder community faces a critical challenge that technology cannot solve: the fundamental...Read More
- May 23, 2025
- 3 min read
First Due introduces exposure tracking management for first responder health and wellness
First Due, the leading provider of cloud-based Fire & EMS software, has announced the launch of Health & Wellness, a new module focused on responder safety and occupational healthRead More
- May 15, 2025
- 3 min read
‘Unbearable Burden’: Suicide, Mental Health Now Key Concerns for First Responders
Delve into the growing mental health crisis facing first responders, as this article highlights rising suicide rates and emerging wellness programs like peer support and on-call psychologists aimed at addressing...Read More
- April 24, 2025
- 4 min read
Elevating First Responder Mental Health Research and Its Effect on Communities
First responders are the first people on scene to offer help during an emergency. Researchers with the CU Center for COMBAT Research say it’s increasingly important to learn more about...Read More
- March 27, 2025
- 5 min read
The tactical diet: How to fuel your body and brain
For first responders, good nutrition isn’t a luxury — it’s a performance tool. But cutting through trends and keeping it simple is the real key to long-term successRead More
- March 26, 2025
- 4 min read
COVID anniversary shines new light on effort to support doctors’ mental health
As the fifth anniversary of COVID-19 approaches, the Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act aims to combat burnout and mental health challenges among healthcare professionals. Emergency physicians Dr....Read More
- March 17, 2025
Operating on empty: How sleep deprivation impacts medics
Discover how sleep deprivation affects paramedics' performance, decision-making, and overall health. Learn about the dangers of fatigue in emergency medical services and strategies to mitigate its risks. Read more on...Read More
- March 13, 2025
First Responder Wellness Act Would Create Mental Health Hotline
The First Responder Wellness Act proposes a dedicated mental health hotline for first responders, similar to the Veterans Crisis Line. This initiative aims to provide crisis support and mental health...Read More
- February 28, 2025
- 3 min read
Igniting the Shift Within: The Mental Health Journey for First Responders
Discover the mental health journey of first responders in "Igniting the Shift Within." Listen to inspiring stories and expert insights that empower firefighters and emergency professionals to embrace wellness and...Read More
- February 24, 2025
- 32 min podcast